Russell Bryant
Baysville,ON
Summary
Experienced Heavy Equipment Operator with over 15 years in the construction industry. Specializes in operating heavy machinery and conducting safety inspections to enhance project outcomes and foster a culture of safety. Quick to adapt to new environments and effectively apply new knowledge. Committed to continuous learning and navigating industry changes.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
ASG Excavating
Strathroy, Ontario
04.2020 - Current
- Operated heavy machinery for excavation and site preparation tasks.
- Conducted daily inspections of equipment for safety and functionality.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate work site activities effectively.
- Interpreted blueprints and specifications to ensure precise digging and grading.
- Adhered to safety regulations and standards to promote a safe work environment.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
- Oversaw proper PPE use to facilitate working conditions compliant with safety regulations.
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
- Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
- Assisted with the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines and water mains.
- Inspected faulty equipment to identify and address root causes.
- Finished shop cleaning, servicing, and storing after each shift.
- Assisted drivers, equipment operators, and other employees in grouping and sorting materials.
- Accurately estimated material needs based on job specifications provided by supervisor.
- Promoted continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
- Utilized GPS systems to accurately plot out job sites for excavation purposes.
- Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
- Followed worker hand signals to align machines, cutterheads or depth gauge makers with reference stakes and guidelines.
- Adjusted throttles, switches and pedals to operate bulldozers, trench excavators, road graders or backhoes.
- Checked fuel supplies at sites to verify adequate availability.
- Adjusted handwheels and depressed pedals to control blades, buckets and scrapers.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Jeff Maes
Kerwood, Ontario
05.2003 - 03.2020
- Operated heavy machinery to efficiently excavate and prepare sites for construction projects.
- Conducted daily inspections of equipment for safety and functionality.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate work site activities effectively.
- Performed routine servicing and minor repairs on equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Communicated with supervisors regarding project progress and equipment needs.
- Adhered to safety regulations and standards to promote a safe work environment.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Operated front-end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials, ensuring timely delivery and proper handling.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
- Operated equipment to move and position raw materials or finished components.
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
- Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
- Assisted with the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines and water mains.
- Inspected faulty equipment to identify and address root causes.
- Assisted drivers, equipment operators, and other employees in grouping and sorting materials.
- Accurately estimated material needs based on job specifications provided by supervisor.
- Promoted continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
- Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
- Positioned or moved loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
- Connected hydraulic hoses, belts and mechanical linkages to tractors.
- Followed worker hand signals to align machines, cutterheads or depth gauge makers with reference stakes and guidelines.
- Coordinated machine operations with other site personnel to keep materials moving smoothly and prevent accidents.
- Operated compactors, scrapers or rollers to level and compact refuse at disposal grounds.
- Adjusted throttles, switches and pedals to operate bulldozers, trench excavators, road graders or backhoes.
- Communicated with clients and studied plans and diagrams to establish work requirements.
- Adjusted handwheels and depressed pedals to control blades, buckets and scrapers.
Education
35 Years in The Construction Field
Strathroy Distict Collegiate Institute
Strathroy, ONSkills
- Excavator attachment usage
- Equipment maintenance
- Pre-operational equipment inspections
- Site preparation
- Ditch digging
- Trench work
- Moving and leveling dirt
- Fine grading techniques
- Chipping and mulching techniques
- Land clearing techniques
- Utility installation
- Clean driving record
- CDL license holder
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Team leadership
- Communicating job status
- Following directions
- Signal following
- CDL license holder
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
ASG Excavating
04.2020 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator
Jeff Maes
05.2003 - 03.2020
35 Years in The Construction Field
Strathroy Distict Collegiate Institute